A rainy day in the New River Gorge (West Virginia): Long Point, food, & fall views!

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  • Опубликовано: 26 июл 2024
  • For our final adventure in West Virginia we’re exploring the New River Gorge, one of the most recommended spots for us to visit. Although the weather was not ideal, we still had a blast seeing the GORGEous views, eating at popular local restaurants, and seeing more fall colors.
    PS: Since our visit, New River Gorge has been upgraded to be one of the 63 US National Parks!
    WHERE WE VISITED
    Long Point Trail: www.alltrails.com/trail/us/we...
    Wood Iron Eatery: g.page/woodironeatery?share
    Secret Sandwich Society: Unfortunately Secret Sandwich Society caught on fire on November 5. They are planning to rebuild and if you'd like to help them fund their employee's wages during this time, you can donate here: www.gofundme.com/f/give-to-th...
    New River Gorge Bridge Overlook: www.nps.gov/neri/planyourvisi...
    Babcock State Park Gristmill: goo.gl/maps/JK8N1SEGcyiDWa519
    Pies & Pints: goo.gl/maps/RPZfd72KSy7c4E9S8
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    Hi y’all! We’re Adam, Kathryn, and Kona, an adventurous married couple (+ pup!) living on the road in our self-converted sprinter van! You can often find us driving all around the US and Canada, scoping out the best coffee shops, eating tacos and ice cream (we're a 5+ taco and 2+ scoop household), and enjoying nature.
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  • @AdventuresofAplusK
    @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +28

    Some bad news: Secret Sandwich Society caught on fire on November 5. 😭💔 They are planning to rebuild and if you'd like to help them fund their employee's wages during this time, you can donate here: www.gofundme.com/f/give-to-the-staff-at-sss
    Watch our other West Virginia vlogs: ruclips.net/p/PLZKRTK1yCEM5a4PAiayjCpGAkRdeCeb5G
    Safety is our #1 priority and we want to stress that this adventure, and all future adventures, will be done responsibly and with the health of others in mind. Here are the steps we are taking everyday, including in these videos:
    😷Masks and face coverings. We wear these anytime we are near others outside and especially indoors. If we don’t have a mask on in a video, it’s 99% because there was no one around.
    ⏰ Exploring early. We normally start at sunrise anyway because of less crowds, but especially so with COVID. We have been starting our days before sunlight so we can limit our interactions.
    🧼 Washing and sanitizing our hands, especially after touching anything outside of the van.
    🚐 Being in the van 95% of the time when we’re not filming. The adventures we share are a small sliver of our lives. We are staying in the van all day everyday when working and the only time we leave is to do laundry, get gas, or go to the store.
    6️⃣ Keeping our distance. We are trying to stay at least 6 ft from others, which truthfully isn’t always possible (and then we make sure we cover our face).

    • @Jacob.Adkins
      @Jacob.Adkins 3 года назад +1

      I was about to comment about them buying down its so sad :(

    • @jimbowling983
      @jimbowling983 3 года назад

      I was going to tell y’all about it catching on fire

    • @SaraYoke
      @SaraYoke 2 года назад

      Construction is now underway!

    • @WestVirginiasBigred271
      @WestVirginiasBigred271 Год назад

      Yeah the last time I was there in October 22 it was under construction they are building a new one it might even be completed by now.

  • @janeedney6540
    @janeedney6540 3 года назад +8

    I am 90 years old. Born in w.va. Watched the construction of the bridge. My mother and grandmother stood with me on a big rock outcrop one day and watched workmen walk across that span on a steel support that was only about a foot wide. This was common practice during that construction and there were no hand rails. Itwas terrifying to watch. Have no idea what the fatality rate was, but those guys were really good

  • @glgonz
    @glgonz 3 года назад +42

    West Virginia Tourism should pay you for a fantastic vlog. What incredible views and beautiful fall colors. It looks like Kona had a great time with her tail wagging until shower time. Great job, can’t wait to see the next state.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +2

      Hahahah her day started out strong and then went downhill 🤣 But I think she enjoyed staying dry in the warm and cozy van while we continued to get wet!

  • @jessimcpeek6573
    @jessimcpeek6573 3 года назад +28

    So glad you were able to experience Fayetteville (even if it was one day, in the rain, and during a pandemic)! There is actually a great spot right across from Long Point trailhead where you guys could have overnighted called Arrowhead Bike Farm. Super cool bike shop/restaurant/beer garden/campground/farm that offers both electric and non-electric camping (bonus they have a station for cleaning bikes that you could have used to shower Kona). Fayetteville is definitely a long weekend destination, there is so much to do there that we go at least once a year and do something new each time we visit. Thank you so much for showing the world how beautiful and special WV is, as a native I have a deep bond with WV, and l love when people share how special she is with the world.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +2

      Ahhh dang, that’s so good to know! And we are so happy we got to share your state. It truly is a gem and we loved every second! ❤️

  • @charleskeenan3773
    @charleskeenan3773 3 года назад +14

    I have lived in the area my entire life. It wasn't until my 40s began though, and started to take fitness seriously that I truly started appreciating the stunning beauty I grew up amidst. Nearly everyone I know who grew up here feels so fortunate to live in one of the most gorgeous and ALIVE places on earth.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +2

      It truly is almost heaven! 😍

    • @charleskeenan3773
      @charleskeenan3773 3 года назад +1

      @@AdventuresofAplusK it is. To the matter of not liking slaw on your hotdogs. Blasphemy. I think you might have to pen an essay on why West Virginia hotdogs are the greatest version of the hotdog on earth to be able to return to our fair state. Might seem unfair, but hey, I don't make the rules.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Hahahah I’ll write the essay! It’s more of me not liking slaw in general vs not liking them on the dogs. But give me some dang good slaw and I’m sure I’ll like it! 😜

  • @bigworld4089
    @bigworld4089 3 года назад +7

    I watch a number of couples who are traveling, and you are among the only couples who are really traveling, others are busy with all sorts of other things...
    Thank you and be safe💗💗🙏💗💗

  • @gideoncyrus1464
    @gideoncyrus1464 3 года назад +8

    So glad to see something positive from my state. We're not perfect but then we make up for it with hospitality. Thanks again for another entertaining vlog.

  • @thompsonfamilylife5894
    @thompsonfamilylife5894 3 года назад +13

    Just finished watching all your West Virginia Vlogs and i just wanted to say thank you for representing our state so beautifully!! The information, the scenic shots, especially the drone footage was awesome. I really enjoyed your videos. Please keep up the good work. And have safe travels.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Thank you so much! That means so much coming from locals! ❤️

  • @kentroberts8853
    @kentroberts8853 3 года назад +9

    Just happened upon y'all ...... You are in my backyard ...... I've been here whitewater guiding since 1989 ........ Enjoyed you video .......

  • @christopherhernandez3909
    @christopherhernandez3909 3 года назад +10

    17 minutes of quality video work 😊

  • @dwalker26101
    @dwalker26101 3 года назад +2

    Just found your channel and have already subscribed. Glad you enjoyed our beautiful state. Most people have the stereotypical view and won't visit. You should tell them how wrong they are!! Tourism is growing here because more people are getting interested in outdoor activities and we have plenty to offer. Come back soon!!! We are some of the most genuine people you will meet.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      One of the goals of our channel is to get people excited to visit new places, especially the ones they may not have considered before. And WV was an awesome surprise for both us and those who watched and had no idea how gorgeous it was!

  • @gmaneis
    @gmaneis 3 года назад +2

    I was going to comment on this video, but then I changed my mind because every good thing I'm thinking about it has already been writen, but then I changed my mind again because great video makers like you guys deserve lots of positive feedback!!! Rock on and be safe always. :-)

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      We really appreciate every single comment, so thank you so much for the kind words! ❤️🥰

  • @stargazer5073
    @stargazer5073 3 года назад +10

    Omgoodness, you should sell photos as art. I would buy the mill with the autumn colors! Gorgeous

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      You’re so sweet, thank you! I am still freaking out about the mill 🤣😍

    • @stargazer5073
      @stargazer5073 3 года назад +1

      @@AdventuresofAplusK When I see places that beautiful, I'm in awe of how blessed we are to live in the USA!

    • @stargazer5073
      @stargazer5073 3 года назад +2

      Such diversity and beauty in one country!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      We couldn’t agree more!

    • @joannadickerson8572
      @joannadickerson8572 3 года назад +1

      One of THE most photographed places in the world. Every calendar of fall in the U.S. has a pic of it I think. Do glad you loved W.Va. like I do. Born and raised.

  • @johnblair9506
    @johnblair9506 Год назад

    Your presentation showed that every day in the New River Gorge can be a beautiful day.

  • @cathywarriner
    @cathywarriner 3 года назад +5

    Wow, those colors!!! 🧡💚💛🤎❤

  • @JustmeAngela
    @JustmeAngela 3 года назад +10

    did you go below the new river gorge bridge down the mountain, it is very breathtaking and you see the bridge above you and get close to all the rapids of course. Thanks for visiting!!! Summersville lake try it next time too not far from new river gorge.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      We didn’t make it down there this time, but will next time! We hear that lake is gorgeous too!

    • @JH-mt3pp
      @JH-mt3pp 3 года назад +2

      @@AdventuresofAplusK It is awesome ! I rode my motorcycle down with friends years ago.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      West Virginia seems like an amazing state to do a motorcycle trip in!

    • @JH-mt3pp
      @JH-mt3pp 3 года назад +1

      @@AdventuresofAplusK It is indeed !

    • @JustmeAngela
      @JustmeAngela 3 года назад

      @@JH-mt3pp oh it is definitely

  • @SorgiStories
    @SorgiStories 3 года назад +10

    You went to the Gorge!! Soooooo hoping you would. Fantastic viewpoint you found from the trail. It will still give you amazing views in clouds. Will have to go there next time. And you found the overlook we did, and panted up the 178 steps! The mill is so cool - never checked it out before - will have to when we head back. And you went to Pies & Pints!!! The Gorgonzola cheese there is ridiculous. Top 5 pizza spots, and we’ve had pizza all over America. Three spots to also see: The overhead views of the Gorge from Hawk’s Nest, the ground view of the New River from Gauley Bridge and the awesome Cathedral Falls in the same town. You did it right!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +2

      We saved the best for last! 😉🙌🏼 We has a blast, even in the rain. We wish we could’ve done more, but we have a feeling we will be back next fall. Thank you for sharing those other spots so we can check them out next time!

  • @ronaldgolden7659
    @ronaldgolden7659 3 года назад +14

    The drone footage was spectacular! I love the fall season in this part of the country. As always, you guys rock!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Thank you so much Ronald! We are so happy we chose to spend fall over here!

  • @mgadkins1659
    @mgadkins1659 3 года назад +3

    I a,m from WV and haven’t visited since 2019. Love all the videos. I love the Thai GF pizza from Pies & Pies. I rafted the New River on Bridge Day one year and we able to watch some of the BASE jumping from the Bridge from the water. Definitely worth it to try some rafting.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Oooo gonna have to try that one next time! Love Thai food! Wow that is super cool to raft and see jumpers at the same time 😱

  • @RetirementTravelers
    @RetirementTravelers 3 года назад +4

    Great video. You’ve done a fantastic job with all your West Virginia video adventures. So glad we found your channel. New sub here!! We were just at the New River Gorge Bridge and did the Bridge Walk. You guys would really enjoy it if you ever get back. Thanks again for sharing. John and Bev

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Thank you John and Bev! We really appreciate the kind words! And the bridge walk sounds super fun! We will definitely check it out next time 😄

    • @RetirementTravelers
      @RetirementTravelers 3 года назад +2

      @@AdventuresofAplusK Thanks. Our Bridge Walk video will get uploaded on Sunday. Hope you like it. You might also like the Indy Racing Experience we did on the last video. 180 mph is a rush!! Keep up the awesome videos. We appreciate and understand the work involved. 👍

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Wow 180mph?!

  • @salanicus
    @salanicus 3 года назад +3

    You had us from the Puppy shower, Lol.
    Today we're hitting you guys first, then on to Kara and Nate, but from the beautiful vista's, Secret Sandwich to delicious looking Pizza, this was great fun.
    Thanks for this share, James and Kim

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      So glad y’all enjoyed this one! It was definitely not the day we originally planned, but we keep on learning how to adapt and still have a blast!

  • @melissayates239
    @melissayates239 3 года назад +5

    Those colors at Babcock State park area were beautiful!🍁 Was so happy to see that drone footage too 😍 Safe travels to your next state!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Thank you so much Melissa!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Never ever! We are very big rule followers, especially when it comes to drones and national parks 😄

  • @AshleyandChristian
    @AshleyandChristian 3 года назад +11

    I love this video! The food and hikes looked great, but the best part is you guys just making the best out of *not the best* weather 🙂

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Thank you guys! We wish we could’ve shown more, but glad we still embraced the rain!

    • @marsrecordzbeats
      @marsrecordzbeats 3 года назад

      The weather was perfect 👌all the scenic shots are perfect

  • @OffRampAdventures
    @OffRampAdventures 3 года назад +3

    Wow! Your some of your opening scenes were incredible! Hooked me from the beginning!

  • @debbypetty8685
    @debbypetty8685 3 года назад +4

    I just found your channel and I’m in love. Especially with this one. My father and his siblings were born in a small town just west of the gorge. My father would take me back there to visit my grandparents when I was a child. Last November I took my own family for a week long visit and it just felt like home even though Michigan has always been my home. West Virginia is a beautifully stunning state with long, rich history. So glad you were able to experience it’s beauty for yourselves. And a side note... go back and do the bridge walk sometime. I did it when we were there and it was unbelievable!! You won’t be disappointed.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Thank you for the kind words Debby! We’re glad we could share a place that means a lot to you! We totally agree on West Virginia, it’s a very gorgeous state. We loved it!

  • @MDJSTVFL
    @MDJSTVFL 3 года назад +3

    Great video! Can’t wait until the next one, be safe and healthy.

  • @freeroamingfriends9034
    @freeroamingfriends9034 3 года назад +4

    Another amazing video of our home state! Sorry about the rain!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Thank you so much! 🥰 And we really enjoyed the fog. Reminded us of being back in the PNW!

  • @bradgingerich6814
    @bradgingerich6814 3 года назад +6

    Awesome awesome vlog guys!!! You just can’t go wrong with so much amazing scenery, delicious food and Kona sightings!!! The fall colors looked AMAZING!!! We may just have to head to West Virginia next fall! Btw, I just looked and we have a Pies & Pints 20 minutes from us! 🤩😍🤤😁👌🍁🍂🙏

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Oh my gosh, how exciting! You gotta go!!! 🍕🍕🍕

  • @sharonwilson2450
    @sharonwilson2450 3 года назад +1

    We have a Pints & Pies right here in Easton, PA!! I heard their food is good! That mill was beautiful!!

  • @TheNlinger
    @TheNlinger 3 года назад +3

    West Virginia is truly beautiful! Enjoyed the video very much.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      It is such a gorgeous state! So happy you enjoyed the video!

  • @RvrGrl80
    @RvrGrl80 2 года назад +1

    Holy fall colors!!! Those were amazing!

  • @BrianHoney
    @BrianHoney 3 года назад +1

    I grew up in Fayetteville- and still in live in WV, in Parkersburg! So many memories, seeing the streets of Fayetteville! You'll find all kinds of cool places in WV- and thanks for the great video!

  • @MichaelYoungblood1
    @MichaelYoungblood1 3 года назад +2

    And just like that I am done with your WV series. Great overall series! Awesome locations, awesome food, awesome adventures.
    I grew up in Ohio, moved to Pittsburgh for 10 years, and now am in North Carolina for the past few years. I have visited West Virginia many times and have frequented the New River Gorge. You shed a very positive light on the state and showed what this state has to offer. West Virginia is a simply great state for outdoor enthusiasts.
    If you get back to the New River Gorge area, I recommend a visit to Sandstone Falls and of course whitewater rafting. I have done both the Lower New River (many times) and the Gauley River during fall release from the dam. Not sure what your comfort level would be but both are awesome with great scenery. There are Class V rapids on both rivers but the Gauley is definitely more intense. A really fun ride but everything is just bigger on that river (during the fall).

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      We are so glad you enjoyed the WV series, we loved it there! So many outdoor activities and not very busy...our favorite! We definitely want to whitewater raft next time! We splurged on the Via Ferrata, but next trip we will splurge on rafting!

  • @sherimcgraw4200
    @sherimcgraw4200 3 года назад +2

    So glad you made it to Pies and Pints! It's West Virginia's finest attraction!

  • @maricooke9787
    @maricooke9787 3 года назад +1

    That mill picture is in every picture of West Virginia. Thank you for the positive spin on an under appreciated state. It's beautiful and the people are wonderful. Pies and Pints is classic. I've only been to the one in Charleston.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      We loved the mill, it was so photogenic! And we also loved West Virginia, it's definitely underrated!

  • @atsuko3294
    @atsuko3294 3 года назад +2

    I really enjoyed the autumn colors and the pizza colors. Nice video!!!

  • @mickanvonfootscraymarket5520
    @mickanvonfootscraymarket5520 3 года назад +2

    Regrettably haven't watched your blogs in years, wow still out there travelling! I remember your Seattle days Peace from Australia 🤘

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Hi! 👋🏼 Thanks for checking back in and watching! Been trying to (safely) explore as much as we can in our van!

  • @AmberWV2
    @AmberWV2 3 года назад +3

    Thank you so much for highlighting our beautiful state! It’s a bit of a hidden gem, or at least it has been for awhile. We just visited Babcock last weekend and it was crazy crowded!! I love the name of your blog as my husband and I are an A & K too and we love travel adventures! How cool that you get to do it full-time. I hope you loved WV as much as we do!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Yay another A&K! 🙌🏼🥰 It is definitely a gem, we loved WV so much! And Babcock was pretty busy when we were there as well. Definitely a hot spot for that classic fall mill photo lol

  • @jeffgardner1187
    @jeffgardner1187 2 года назад +1

    Now river gorge is beautiful place. One of my favorite places is the old watermill at Babcock State park. It looks like a Thomas Kinkade painting. Beautiful !

  • @nataliejw8865
    @nataliejw8865 3 года назад +1

    What some amazing fall colors!!! And I swear I've put together a puzzle before with just that idyllic mill scene. As always, thanks for sharing.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      That would make an amazing puzzle! 😱😍

    • @joannadickerson8572
      @joannadickerson8572 3 года назад

      There are many puzzles out of the mill. One of the most photographed spots in America, and def W.Va.

  • @dianaericson6934
    @dianaericson6934 3 года назад +3

    We really enjoyed this video. It makes us wish for a year of van life to see the country.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      We are so glad y’all enjoyed it! We are so thankful for our little home on wheels right now to be able to explore!

  • @heatherunderwood2195
    @heatherunderwood2195 3 года назад +2

    Stumbled upon your video, but so glad I did!! I love seeing others come and enjoy it as well. Hope you come back because there’s so many cool things to do in this area! Someone mentioned a few already, but Thurmond is also a cool place to check out. A little further away is Grandview, which offers many other beautiful hikes, as well as an amphitheater where you can catch a musical during the summer. Hatfields and McCoy’s and Honey in the Rock are the two most popular. I’ve traveled across the US and saw some beautiful places, but nothing compares to Almost Heaven WV!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for watching and for all of the tips! We cannot wait to come back! 😍❤️🙌🏼

  • @jarvisjourneys
    @jarvisjourneys 10 месяцев назад

    This place really is gorgeous and so many different styles of adventure

  • @ptrs559
    @ptrs559 3 года назад +5

    Welcome to our home, God’s Country. Too bad for you for the rainy weather but we were delighted since it is only the second rain in seven weeks ( we are in a terrible drought) You were on a time crunch but you missed a waterfall in Hawks Nest State Park - Turkey Run Falls. About an hour hike from the lodge under the cliff line. Not recommended in rainy weather as rock scrambling is required and can get slippery. Know you guys like waterfalls. Please come agIn.

  • @shawndavis2329
    @shawndavis2329 3 года назад +1

    So many wonderful places to eat in Fayetteville and adventures to have. The Cathedral Cafe, white water rafting and yes, you have to do the bridge walk.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      It’s a beautiful area! Glad we got to experience some of it and we will be back!

  • @markhicks9864
    @markhicks9864 3 года назад +1

    thank you for touring our state and the good review. next time try to visit charleston where i was born for the sternwheel regatta. awesome time there. thanks again.

  • @mikemiller9024
    @mikemiller9024 3 года назад +5

    Love the show, we just got back from 4 days in WV. The SSS is a great sandwich place! Looking forward to the next state👍

  • @KristenandSam
    @KristenandSam 3 года назад +5

    Love how you guys didn’t let the rain get you down! Cannot wait to start our RV journey eventually!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      We are thankfully used to it raining on our parade from our Seattle living days lol! We actually kind of love it!

    • @KristenandSam
      @KristenandSam 3 года назад

      @@AdventuresofAplusK ahh yes. Seattle is very rainy!

  • @katrinahamrick1085
    @katrinahamrick1085 2 года назад +1

    Loved your review of our beautiful WV and all your videos! We are headed out tomorrow to the New River for hiking and fall colors! Come back when the weather is better!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 года назад +1

      Thank you! We loved it there and will definitely be back!

    • @katrinahamrick1085
      @katrinahamrick1085 2 года назад

      @@AdventuresofAplusK We tried to find the Secret Sandwich Society, but I believe it is still closed. I recommend the ladder climbing part of the Endless Wall Trail. The Bridge Trail goes under the Bridge so that one was really good too.

  • @benchedthatpiece
    @benchedthatpiece Год назад

    As someone who lives in the middle of North Carolina, I do a lot of day trips to West Virginia. I can be in the New River Gorge area in four hours. I love the Endless Wall Trail. I always get there so I can hike it in the dark and be at Diamond Point at sunrise, it is beautiful. I love West Virginia, it's not called Almost Heaven for nothing. Great video, I enjoyed every minute of it!

  • @fiendgutter
    @fiendgutter 3 года назад +1

    just found your video's and wanted to say that i have 2 uncles that helped build the gorge bridge. so many good trails and site's around the gorge. glad you enjoyed it.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      That is so awesome! They did a great job! 💪🏼💪🏼

  • @crystaldawn722
    @crystaldawn722 3 года назад +1

    So happy that you enjoyed in our State. Thanks for showing the world what we already know 💙💛💙💛

  • @wvoutdoorsman5326
    @wvoutdoorsman5326 3 года назад +3

    Awesome job guys!!! Glad you enjoyed WV😁👍

  • @DarkMatter727
    @DarkMatter727 2 месяца назад

    I am staying at babcock state park tent camping for a night before going to Seneca Rocks for two days. Def had New River Gorge on my list, I am glad I found the name of the first trail you went to on the video, and that you showed the SSS. I can't wait!

  • @annette3488
    @annette3488 3 года назад +2

    Fall colors are beautiful!! Great video as always!!😍

  • @cindybakley7130
    @cindybakley7130 3 года назад +2

    This is a wonderful video of my beautiful state. I loved that you learned history of the area as well!!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Thank you Cindy! We love learning about the areas we visit!

  • @JimPetykowski
    @JimPetykowski 3 года назад +1

    Great video. We have been to that area rafting and on the bridge. Head back there in the fall when they release the dam water on the Gauley River for about 6 weeks.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      We were there in the fall and really wanted to go rafting! It was out of our budget this time since we had just done a via ferrata, but hopefully next time!

  • @ALRUYA23
    @ALRUYA23 3 года назад +4

    4:44 so basically a Spanish latte is condensed milk with espresso and milk, And your videos are amazing keep up the good work
    😁

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Thank you!!! That explains why I loved it. I LOVE condensed milk lol!

  • @dennysisk6260
    @dennysisk6260 3 года назад +2

    Great video enjoyed it, only thing made me hungry

  • @ptrs559
    @ptrs559 3 года назад +2

    Island in the sky trail is my favorite at Babcock. Skyline trail is fun too but a bit longer.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Thank you for the hike tip! Definitely going to hike a lot more next time!

  • @sheafan1971
    @sheafan1971 3 года назад +2

    Hi guys
    it looks so nice there
    sorry it rained
    Enjoy and Have Fun.

  • @samanthahedrick5729
    @samanthahedrick5729 3 года назад +1

    So awesome to see a vlog highlighting the beauty of West Virginia! Next time, check out Coopers Rock. It is near Fairmont!

  • @tomthatcher7757
    @tomthatcher7757 2 года назад

    Been down those steps to see the bridge. It is BEAUTIFUL 😍.

  • @jamiewalters4
    @jamiewalters4 3 года назад +2

    Another great adventure friends! Loved the views!

  • @brooke813
    @brooke813 3 года назад +2

    Yay for the grape pizza!

  • @salonaterra8631
    @salonaterra8631 Год назад

    Thanks for showcasing West Virginia! For years, I wanted to go to Long Point, and you're the only ones I have seen actually walking that trail. Hope to do it this summer! Great video and content!

  • @heavenlyhikesandtravels241
    @heavenlyhikesandtravels241 3 года назад +3

    You guys are hitting all my favorites! So cool to see you in places I’ve been to a ton!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      What are some of your favorite hikes or things to do in that area? We are definitely coming back!

    • @heavenlyhikesandtravels241
      @heavenlyhikesandtravels241 3 года назад

      @@AdventuresofAplusK the endless wall trail is definitely a favorite sorry you had to miss it. And we also know how to get to Beauty Mountain which is a popular rock climbing area. Hawks Nest is another great area.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      We were torn between that one or Long Point as our first hike, but decided on Long Point for the bridge views. Next time!

    • @heavenlyhikesandtravels241
      @heavenlyhikesandtravels241 3 года назад +1

      @@AdventuresofAplusK that is a great choice Long Point is phenomenal!

  • @lonniekiser3612
    @lonniekiser3612 3 года назад +1

    Guys Glad I found your channel, love the contents of your adventures, of my state west Virginia, and all of the other states, we have a beautiful country, Glad to ride along, keep it going

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Thank you so much for watching Lonnie! We love getting to share beautiful places in the US!

  • @nunyabailey
    @nunyabailey 3 года назад +2

    I’m new to your channel and I am binge watching all of your videos😅😂

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Welcome!!! Thank you for watching all of them! ❤️ We think they get better over time 🤣

  • @sharischmidt4712
    @sharischmidt4712 3 года назад +3

    Even if the weather is not prime, the views look beautiful!🍁
    My daughter has been rock climbing in West Virginia and has been to a Pints and Pie, she loved the pizza and she said the pints went down pretty smooth 😉

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Hahaha we are glad to hear they live up to both parts of their name! 🙌🏼

  • @nicopico5537
    @nicopico5537 3 года назад +1

    I’ve been to a lot of the places you have been to in your West Virginia videos.. I got to go white water rafting at new River Gorge.. and got to walk Underneath the bridge as well...it’s a lot of fun...

  • @tinastephenson4917
    @tinastephenson4917 3 года назад +3

    I am so glad you were able to come to West Virginia. I live in WV and it is the most beautiful state especially this time of year. You need to go to Hawks Nest and Cathedral Falls as well. There is so much more to see here also. Love your vlog too.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      We could’ve spent so much more time! Such a beautiful and fun state!

  • @bellison2014
    @bellison2014 3 года назад +1

    We went to West Virginia for our honeymoon. Relatives were from there. New River is awesome. Nothing compares to it. You took great footage. Loved your video. 🙂🙂

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for the kind words! We agree-it’s amazing there!

  • @doraramirez6303
    @doraramirez6303 3 года назад +1

    I love your videos! Awesome guys👍💚💛

  • @MarkM58
    @MarkM58 2 года назад +1

    The New River Gorge was named the country's "newest" national park this year! It is about time.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  2 года назад

      We were very excited to hear that! Can’t wait to go back and explore more!

  • @emilygwin8388
    @emilygwin8388 3 года назад +1

    Found y’all on Instagram because I follow some WV tourism hashtags. Absolutely love seeing you explore an area I used to live and I love very dearly. Made me miss my old home.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      We are glad we could give you a dose of home! WV is absolutely stunning, we loved it so much and it definitely a gem in the US!

  • @garrettrobinson3826
    @garrettrobinson3826 3 года назад +1

    So strange but delightful to see my town being vlogged. I'm glad y'all got to see the gorge and some of our West Virginia fall foliage!

  • @TravelingTramps
    @TravelingTramps 2 года назад +1

    We're heading here today from Thomas. Watched your video one last time before arriving. Loved the video. Hopefully we can duplicate your fun!

  • @GalaxyHound
    @GalaxyHound 3 года назад +1

    Just found your channel recommended to me by YT lol! You made my cry with joy!! Lived near the New River Gorge bridge for work in a small town there for a year. Miss it so much!! Thank you for such a great memory recall. Wishing you two the best and will now be following your adventures

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      It’s so so gorgeous there! We are so happy we could bring you back there virtually! ❤️❤️

  • @angiemac130
    @angiemac130 3 года назад +1

    I wish you would come back and take the Bridge tour. My son worked for them the summer of his Junior year of HS and just loved it. He Loved the view, apparently you can see for miles around and he was totally in love with the Peregrine falcon pair which had nested in the struts of the Bridge. I was very worried about him being under the Bridge but he was completely enchanted by it.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Ah nice! That sounds so cool! Trying to balance free activities with paid ones, but will definitely save up to do more paid ones there next time!

  • @wordgiesworld5483
    @wordgiesworld5483 Год назад

    I grew up in Oak Hill (just down the road from Fayetteville) and it makes me so happy when vloggers like yourself visit the area and speak so highly of it. But, just a hint, plan on more than two days so you can drive the gorge, walk to Kaymoor, hit up Hawk’s Nest, go over to Grandview, Summerville dam, Carnival Ferry….

  • @trishspriggel7956
    @trishspriggel7956 3 года назад +4

    You guys really missed out on the endless wall trail! It’s spectacular! There’s also another larger parking area just a little further up the road. I love that you showed our beautiful state.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +2

      We are so bummed to miss it! We saw a decent sized lot, but it was just too tight for our long van to get through 😔 Next time! Looks beautiful!

  • @TheClayCoKid
    @TheClayCoKid 3 года назад +1

    Fayetteville is an awesome little town. Its like a big hippie colony. And it attracts other cool people to it!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      It's such a cool town! We loved it!

    • @TheClayCoKid
      @TheClayCoKid 3 года назад

      @@AdventuresofAplusK I have never been to Austin. But it sounds like Fayetteville is like a microscopic Austin, similar vibes.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Yes! Before Austin became all tech boomy 😅

  • @JH-mt3pp
    @JH-mt3pp 3 года назад +1

    Rafting on the New River is fun !

  • @Jesse-ub8vl
    @Jesse-ub8vl 3 года назад +1

    And now it’s going to become a national park!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      We are super pumped about that! Glad more people will go to WV and see its beauty!

  • @suzanneaydelotte801
    @suzanneaydelotte801 3 года назад +1

    I loved the gristmill...such a beautiful place that would make for a gorgeous picture on the wall!! I don’t know if I have ever seen such vibrant fall colors and to see them from the drone shots was an added bonus! You two rock with all your vlogs...I really enjoy watching everything you post! And, an added bonus is getting to see Konie Bear! Thank you for showing us such spectacular sites! 🍁💛🧡🤎❤️🍁

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      West Virginia was a solid New England back up plan for the fall, so happy we chose to go there! 😍❤️

  • @davidyoon903
    @davidyoon903 3 года назад +1

    I'm so glad you guys were able to enjoy New River Gorge. I spent 3 days and still wish I could have stayed longer!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      One day was definitely not enough! We cannot wait to go back!

    • @davidyoon903
      @davidyoon903 3 года назад +1

      @@AdventuresofAplusK It's definitely a MUST SEE for anyone that appreciates the outdoors. I'd love to do more exploring in the Northwest area, but I want to have my van completed first haha. BTW the video was great! Looking forward for the next! Be safe and have fun! ^_^

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Thanks a bunch David! ❤️

  • @MishapAmethystHikes
    @MishapAmethystHikes 2 года назад +1

    Awesome video! Thanks for sharing!

  • @TheBluesTravelers
    @TheBluesTravelers 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful footage, especially those fall colors! We always like to try out local coffee shops everywhere we go.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      Thank you so much! And visiting local coffee shops is one of our favorite things to do!

  • @jymnmeier3527
    @jymnmeier3527 3 года назад +2

    Absolutely beautiful

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Lol! The running made it taste even better! 😉 Kona says hi!

  • @lyndcason7516
    @lyndcason7516 10 месяцев назад

    I realize this is an older video, but we love you guys and have been subscribers for a while. We are heading back to NRG and wondered when you were there. We'll be there the second week of October.

  • @LivinginOurNow
    @LivinginOurNow 3 года назад +1

    Way to push through and hike with the rain! Everything you guys visited was so picturesque!! Classic Fall colors and views - so awesome!! We can’t wait to visit someday as well and see for ourselves ❤️ Aaron & Nicole

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      We absolutely loved this area of WV! Highly highly recommend it! Rain or shine 😉

  • @prabhabagepalli3129
    @prabhabagepalli3129 2 года назад

    Super fall colors, great food, trek, parks and everything, loved the rain too. Thank you both!!

  • @andysinclair2084
    @andysinclair2084 3 года назад +2

    Beautiful scenery!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Definitely understand why it’s a lot of people’s favorite parts of the state!

  • @koreyskidmore4276
    @koreyskidmore4276 3 года назад +3

    My wife and I always get pimento cheese fries.

  • @ArmakesCorner
    @ArmakesCorner 3 года назад +1

    Awesome vid. Great timing covering this area before it became a national park!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад +1

      We heard the exciting news today! Cannot wait to go back!

  • @dineshghimire8329
    @dineshghimire8329 3 года назад +1

    Kathryn is so cute. Really your smile is amazing with red blushes in the cheeks.

  • @jazzcuz6314
    @jazzcuz6314 3 года назад +1

    Just found my fall trip for this year! Thank you, A&K!

  • @geniuzg
    @geniuzg 3 года назад +3

    Love your content. Haven’t traveled this year but man I really want to after watching your videos. Y’all living it! Love it!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  3 года назад

      Thank you so much! Trying to make the best of what we feel we can safely do this year!

  • @olivia.carousel
    @olivia.carousel 3 года назад +1

    I worked at Wood Iron when I first moved to Fayetteville! Their Spanish Latte is a latte with a little sweetened condensed milk added to it.